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Billy Eichner is an American comedian, actor, and producer. He is the star, executive producer, and creator of Funny Or Die's Billy on the Street, a comedy game show that aired on truTV. Eichner was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for "Outstanding Game Show Host" in 2013. He is also known for playing Craig Middlebrooks on the sitcom Parks and Recreation and Timon in the 2019 remake of The Lion King. Eichner starred in the Hulu original series Difficult People with Julie Klausner, and executive produced by Amy Poehler. Eichner appeared in Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, and joined the cast of American Horror Story for recurring roles in its seventh and eighth seasons.





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Video: MUFASA: THE LION KING Featurette; Tickets Now on Sale

Disney has unveiled a new behind-the-scenes featurette for Mufasa: The Lion King, the upcoming prequel to Disney's live-action remake of the animated classic. Additionally, tickets are available for the film, which is premiering in theaters on Friday, December 20. Watch the behind-the-scenes video now!
PHOTOS: Se presenta la película MUFASA en Madrid con su director Barry Jenkins

Esta mañana hemos asistido a la presentación donde hemos visto un avance del film que se estrenará en cines de toda España el 20 de diciembre. El evento ha contado con la presencia del oscarizado director, ganador del premio por MOONLIGHT.
Video: MUFASA: THE LION KING Final Trailer and Poster

Disney has debuted the final trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King, the prequel to the 2019 live-action remake. The movie is directed by Barry Jenkins with songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Watch the new trailer and take a look at the new poster now!
Video: Stars Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Tiffany Boone Share MUFASA: THE LION KING Sneak Peek

Actors Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Tiffany Boone visited Good Morning America to discuss the upcoming prequel Mufasa: The Lion King. They also brought a new sneak peek from the film ahead of the final trailer debuting tonight. Watch the segment now!
Video Exclusive: Micaela Diamond, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jessica Chastain, & More Reveal High School Roles

Stars Micaela Diamond, Jessica Chastain, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Matthew Morrison, and more reveal their high school roles in the video here!
Photos: SUNSET BLVD Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway

Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd, starring Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond' officially opened on Sunday, October 20 at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of all of the stars arriving at opening night here!
Photos: THE BIG GAY JAMBOREE Celebrates Ga(y)la Performance

Just yesterday, The Big Gay Jamboree held its Ga(y)la Performance, celebrating the hard work from the cast and creative team behind the brand-new musical, now playing at the Orpheum Theatre. Check out photos from inside the special night.
Video: New MUFASA: THE LION KING Trailer Premieres at D23

Watch a new trailer for MUFASA: THE LION KING, in theatres on December 20, 2024!
Story Pirates Releases Kids Album Featuring Stephanie Jae Park, Erika Henningsen, & More

Story Pirates, the media company and podcast for kids, has recently released a new summer music album featuring several Broadway alum. The album, titled Key Change World, includes 12 of the most popular tracks from the podcast, with performances from Stephanie Jae Park, Erika Henningsen, Allan K. Washington, and Nick Blaemire. Listen to the album now!
THE ANTI YOGI Adds Encore Performance at Zephyr Theatre

Actress, Figure Skater, Professional Dancer and Yoga Professor, Mayuri Bhandari blends her unique experience as an Indian navigating traditionally non-Indian spaces in an Encore performance of The Anti “Yogi” at the Zephyr Theatre on August 11th at 7:30 PM.
Jeremy Irons Joins Cast of THE MORNING SHOW Season 4

According to multiple reports, Jeremy Irons will be joining Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Marion Cotillard in the fourth season of the Apple TV drama The Morning Show. Irons will star as Martin Levy, the father of Alex Levy (Aniston). 
Photos: Inside the Tony Awards After Party at the Carlyle

BroadwayWorld is taking you inside the annual Tony Awards afterparty at The Carlyle Hotel with photos from inside the exclusive event!
Nathan Lane Says Timon and Pumbaa Originally Sang 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight?' in LION KING Film

In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Nathan Lane revealed that Timon and Pumbaa, voiced by Lane and Ernie Sabella respectively, originally sang 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight?' in the classic Disney animated film The Lion King.
Billy Eichner Says Rehearsing for THE LION KING Concert 'Knocked Me Out', Talks Broadway Goals

In a new interview, Billy Eichner talked about the upcoming Hollywood Bowl concert of The Lion King and his lifelong dream of performing on Broadway. On Wednesday, Eichner revealed that they had their first official rehearsal that day. 'The scope and size of it really knocked me out,' he said before adding 'If I can get through it, I think it’s going to be really fun.”
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of BOB'S BURGERS on FOX - Sunday, May 19, 2024

Get all the scoop on BOB’S BURGERS, airing on FOX on Sunday, May 19, 2024! Tina is determined to get some upper butt action at Chelsea’s party, but in her attempts to dry off her nervous butt sweat, her skirt ends up stuck in the dryer. Watch a video now!
Concord Music Publishing Signs Composer and Lyricist Eli Bolin

Concord Music Publishing has announced the signing of Emmy and Drama Desk-nominated composer and lyricist Eli Bolin. The worldwide exclusive administration deal, effective immediately, includes Bolin’s full catalog and all future works.
North West, Heather Headley, and Lebo M. Join The Cast of THE LION KING at The Hollywood Bowl

North West will make her Hollywood Bowl debut, alongside Tony and GRAMMY Award-winning Broadway star Heather Headley and Grammy Award winner, Tony Award nominee and the voice and spirit of The Lion King, Lebo M. in The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl.
Jeremy Irons and Helena Bonham Carter to Star in Neil Jordan Film

According to reports, Jeremy Irons and Helena Bonham Carter will be appearing together in a new film from Neil Jordan, director of 1994's Interview with a Vampire. The film is based on a book by Jordan, The Well of Saint Nobody. In addition to Irons and Carter, actor Aidan Quinn is also set to star in the film. It will begin shooting later this year.
Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons to Reunite in Comedy Film ENCORE

Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons will be starring together in a comedy from Simon Curtis, the director of My Week With Marilyn and Downton Abbey: A New Era. The forthcoming comedy will center on Nigel (Irons) and Marie (Close), playing former Broadway veterans who are now living in a retirement community. When they discover the hidden talents of their fellow residents, they decide to put on a show starring Nigel and produced by Marie.
Mayuri Bhandari Brings THE ANTI 'YOGI' to Hollywood Fringe in June

Actress, Figure Skater, Professional Dancer and Yoga Professor, Mayuri Bhandari blends her unique experience as an Indian navigating traditionally non-Indian spaces in the world premiere of The Anti “Yogi” which opens June 8th at Hollywood Fringe Festival 2024 at the Zephyr Theatre.

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